Summer Intern - Manufacturing Equipment Analysis, WCB (66697)

JOB SUMMARY

The Summer Intern - Manufacturing Equipment Analysis will support WCB's manufacturing organization by developing a fact-based baseline of machine utilization, capacity, and efficiency at Delevan, Wisconsin sites. This role will focus on analyzing production equipment performance, including capacity, utilization, OEE, quality, first pass yield, and scrap, using existing manufacturing data and standardized analytical models. The intern will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Continuous Improvement, and Finance to validate assumptions, identify constraints, and translate data into actionable insights. The internship will culminate in a structured analysis and presentation to the WCB leadership team, with recommendations for operational improvement and develop recommendations for a go ‑ forward approach to tracking equipment utilization and efficiency . This internship provides hands-on exposure to real-world manufacturing operations, cross-functional leadership engagement, and executive-level decision support. The intern will gain experience working with imperfect data, partnering across functions, and developing analytical insights that inform operational and capacity planning decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Compile and validate a comprehensive inventory of production equipment across the manufacturing site. Analyze equipment capacity, utilization, and demand using standardized analytical tools and Excel-based models. Support assessment of OEE components (availability, performance, quality), first pass yield, scrap, and downtime, where data is available and identifying data gaps and limitations where needed. Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to validate rates, shift patterns, downtime assumptions, and production constraints. Identify bottlenecks, underutilized assets, and drivers of inefficiency. Translate analysis into clearly articulated operational insights and improvement opportunities. Document data definitions, assumptions, and limitations to ensure transparency and repeatability. Develop recommendations for a go-forward process to track equipment utilization and efficiency. Prepare a presentation summarizing findings, opportunities, and recommended next steps. Present final results to the WCB leadership team with support from manufacturing leadership.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field. Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with large data sets. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, concise insights. Comfortable collaborating cross-functionally in a manufacturing environment. Preferred qualifications include exposure to manufacturing operations or industrial environments, familiarity with manufacturing concepts such as capacity, utilization, OEE, yield, and scrap, and experience with data visualization or reporting tools (Power BI or similar) field.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are normal for an office and/or client site workshop or warehousing facility. The noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet, however local and client sites can be unpredictable and associated safety equipment should be worn accordingly.

SPX FLOW VALUES SPX FLOW

employees are expected to behave in accordance with our company values as outlined below. QUALITY Quality encompasses all aspects of SPX FLOW's business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to products, processes, and the quality systems. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.

DISCLAIMER SPX FLOW

is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.